München 1972 Host Antes

This original vintage poster is part of the official art series created for the 1972 Munich Olympic Games and was designed by German artist Horst Antes, known for his distinctive surrealist style. The artwork features a stylized, seated human figure rendered in abstract form with bold black and white patches across the body, giving it a totemic, sculptural quality. The figure’s oversized hands and expressive face add to its mythical presence.

Behind the figure are geometric color panels in blue, yellow, green, and red, representing the Olympic palette. To the left, a simple yellow podium marked with the numbers 1, 2, and 3 subtly references the Olympic medal ceremony. The background is a warm ochre tone that makes the central figure stand out dramatically.

At the bottom, the text reads “Olympische Spiele München 1972” alongside the Olympic rings and the official “Bright Sun” logo of the Munich Games. The overall composition merges athletic symbolism with contemporary art.

The poster shows light signs of age, with pinholes in each corner and tiny tears around them, adding to its authentic vintage character.